Arts, Anecdotes and Aspirations

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Cinderella at 80, Part 4 — Dancing Through the West: Cinderella on the World Stage

From Ashton’s 1948 classic to Nureyev and Wheeldon, Cinderella evolves with each era, showing grace, wit, and resilience.

Roman Mykyta

27 minutes ago6 min read

Cinderella at 80, Part 3 — Prokofiev’s Cinderella: A Soviet Fairy Tale with Soul

Amid war and censorship, Prokofiev’s Cinderella turns a familiar tale into humor, humanity, and a quiet act of artistic defiance.

Roman Mykyta

Nov 236 min read

Cinderella at 80, Part 2 — The Ancient Roots of a Modern Fairy Tale

Long before Prokofiev set her story to music, Cinderella lived in the hearts of countless cultures — from Biblical origins to Ming Dynasty China. This chapter follows the fairy tale’s journey through centuries of storytelling and transformation.

Roman Mykyta

Nov 176 min read

Cinderella at 80, Part 1 — Why Cinderella Still Enchants Us

Eighty years after its premiere, Cinderella remains one of ballet’s most beloved fairy tales. This series explores why Prokofiev’s masterpiece continues to captivate audiences — tracing its mythic roots, creative evolution, and enduring emotional power. What is it about Cinderella that keeps audiences spellbound after eight decades? We open our series by exploring the ballet’s universal themes of transformation, kindness, and grace — and why this story still feels achingly r

Roman Mykyta

Nov 85 min read